Aplin Group Blog

Body Language: Are You Speaking It Properly?

Body language refers to nonverbal communication through physical behaviours. These behaviours can include facial expressions, gestures and posture.

At ajob interview, body language can be more important than what is spoken. Sitting slouched, a rolling of the eye, or a weak handshake can sabotage the entire interview, leaving you without the job you coveted. Here are some important things to consider:

Greet modestly with a firm handshake

Take a seat where offered by the interviewer- do not slouch- but do settle in to a comfortable spot

Don’t form body barriers like folding your arms across your chest- this conveys to the interviewer that you are anxious and often signals hostility

Open your chest and have a straight back- good posture ensures that your interviewer is made aware of your confidence

Stay focused. Maintain strong eye contact with your interviewer

Sit Still. Try not to fidget and move around. Use moderate hand gestures. Using your hands to gesture during an interview shows confidence- but don’t overdo it!

Thank the interviewer for their time and exit with a firm handshake

Download our free Job Interview Planning Guide!

One of Canada's Best Managed Companies

David Aplin Group is a 2018 winner of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Club designation, having retained its Best Managed designation for seven consecutive years or more.